cruising route Jarnac / Cognac / Jarnac
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Jarnac - Dompierre - Jarnac - 66 Km - 10 Locks - 11 h of navigation - 3 Nights
From Jarnac to Cognac, 15 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Jarnac > Cognac
Monument
Jarnac
This town is home to 2 distilleries: Royer and Corvoisier, as well as the François Mitterrand Museum.
Monument
Cognac
The production of Cognac is at the heart of this town. Blackish walls, darkened by the evaporation of alcohol in the majestic buildings; everything revolves around this brandy. Most of the cellars can be visited, and of course tasting is an inviting possibility.
Vineyard
the Cognac
Swimming
the Leisure center of L'Ile Madme in Jarnac
From Cognac to Cognac, 36 km, 4 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Cognac > Dompierre > Cognac
Monument
Cognac
The production of Cognac is at the heart of this town. Blackish walls, darkened by the evaporation of alcohol in the majestic buildings; everything revolves around this brandy. Most of the cellars can be visited, and of course tasting is an inviting possibility.
Monument
Dompierre
With its ferryboat, very similar to the one in Chaniers, this town features a magnificient wash house, now unused for many years.
Nature
the site of Antenne
The site of the Antenne river has been designated a Natura Site since 2005. It allows nature lovers to see European minks, bats, and even cranes and otters.
Vineyard
the Cognac
Vineyard
the cellars of Mr Babinot in Chez Landart to discover Cognac and Pineau des Charentes
Sports and leisure activities
the power boating club of Port du Lys
The motorboat racing club offers you the opportunity to discover water-skiing.From Cognac to Jarnac, 15 km, 3 Lock(s), 2.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Cognac > Jarnac
Monument
Jarnac
This town is home to 2 distilleries: Royer and Corvoisier, as well as the François Mitterrand Museum.
Monument
Cognac
The production of Cognac is at the heart of this town. Blackish walls, darkened by the evaporation of alcohol in the majestic buildings; everything revolves around this brandy. Most of the cellars can be visited, and of course tasting is an inviting possibility.
Vineyard
the Cognac
Swimming
the Leisure center of L'Ile Madme in Jarnac
Fishing
Fishing
To relax with friends, there's nothing better than fishingCustomer testimonials
Average :
4.8/5
(based on 7 opinion)
4.8/5
(based on 7 opinion)
Christèle T.
Cruise carried out on May 8, 2025, Vision 3Cruise :
Jarnac round trip
"A quiet, bucolic river cruise. The maneuvers at the locks were a pleasant addition to our navigation."
Mélanie D.
Cruise carried out on Oct 11, 2024, CalypsoCruise :
Jarnac round trip
"Very nice moment, calm and relaxing, with the sun to boot!"
Lucie B.
Cruise carried out on Aug 11, 2023, Salsa ACruise :
Jarnac round trip
"A family weekend that everyone enjoyed."
Marie-laetitia C.
Cruise carried out on May 26, 2023, Salsa ACruise :
Jarnac round trip
"The Charente is very pleasant to sail, and we were in low season, so it wasn't too crowded, although there weren't enough pontoons available for mooring."
Antoine K.
Cruise carried out on May 27, 2023, MagnifiqueCruise :
Jarnac round trip
"An unforgettable experience."
André G.
Cruise carried out on Sep 14, 2018, EleganceCruise :
Jarnac round trip
"Super"
The Locks
2 type(s) of lock(s) on The Charente- Automatic locks with a lock-keeper
- Manual locks operated by boaters themselves, without any lock-keeper
"Nous avons passé une agréable croisière, sans grosses complications et avec la possibilité d'ajuster l'itinéraire de navigation le jour même."